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Novotel Cardiff Centre

Property class: 4

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Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi

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Schooner Way, Atlantic Wharf, Cardiff Bay, Cardiff, Wales, CF10 4RT
  • Place, Cardiff Bay
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Utilita Arena Cardiff
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Cardiff Castle
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Airport, Cardiff (CWL-Cardiff Intl.)
    ‪32 min drive‬

Room options

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window.

Executive Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed

7.0 out of 10
Good
(8 reviews)
  • 301 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a small round table, and a TV displaying "NOVOTEL".

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(19 reviews)
  • 344 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A modern room with a bed, a glass door leading to a balcony, wicker furniture, and a glass table.

Junior Suite, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Balcony

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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A modern hotel with a flat roof, a visible Novotel sign, and traditional brick buildings in the background.

Junior Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Balcony

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Suite, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed, Balcony

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, TV, and a Novotel sign.

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(67 reviews)
  • 280 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Cardiff

Located in Cardiff City Centre, Novotel Cardiff Centre is adjacent to Cardiff Bay and within a 10-minute walk of other popular attractions like Utilita Arena Cardiff. This 4-star hotel has 138 guestrooms and offers a full-service spa, an indoor pool, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Cardiff Bay - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Utilita Arena Cardiff - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • St. David's - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Wales Millennium Centre - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Cardiff Castle - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Cardiff Queen Street Station - 11 min walk
  • Cardiff International Airport (CWL) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Knoops - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪YO! Sushi - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Shake Shack Cardiff - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Nando's - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Golden Cross - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Novotel Cardiff Centre

Novotel Cardiff Centre features a full-service spa, an indoor pool, and a gym. If you drive, self parking is GBP 24.00 per night, or you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for GBP 30 per vehicle one-way. Front-desk staff can answer questions 24/7, and assist with dry cleaning/laundry, concierge services, and luggage storage. Other amenities at this spa hotel include free WiFi in public areas, a conference center, and laundry facilities.
LCD TVs come with cable channels, and free WiFi keeps guests connected. Other standard amenities include coffee makers, hair dryers, and laptop-compatible safes. Housekeeping is available on request.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an indoor pool and a health club.

Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the fitness facility.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa, Novotel. The spa is equipped with a sauna, a hot tub, and a steam room. The spa is open daily.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Secured self parking on site (GBP 24 per night)

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: GBP 18 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Elements

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Health club
  • Indoor pool

Family friendly

  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 11 meeting rooms
  • Conference center (2,259 square feet of space)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Vegetable garden

Full-service spa

  • Hot tub
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Steam room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 1 building
  • 5 floors
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Banquet hall
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally sourced food prioritized
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Non-plastic coffee stirrers available
  • Non-plastic drinking straws available
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Some profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Waste recycling policy

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bed sheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service

More

  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Energy-saving switches used
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Recycling
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: GBP 10.00

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Minors may not be accommodated at the property without an accompanying parent or legal guardian. Guests may be required to provide proof of the parental or legal guardian relationship and authorization upon arrival.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for GBP 15.00 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children 16 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Fees

  • Beginning April 1, 2027, a city tax may be collected at the property. The city tax ranges from GBP 0.75-1.30 per person, per night based on the accommodation type. Please note that further exemptions may apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately GBP 18.00 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: GBP 30 per vehicle (one-way)
  • Secured self parking fee: GBP 24.00 per night
  • Pet fee: GBP 15.00 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out fee: GBP 10.00 (subject to availability)

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available 24 hours), which is offered for a fee. Driving? This property offers parking (fees apply), along with a car charging station.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit.
  • This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels).

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • Some facilities may be restricted. For more details, contact the property. Contact information can be found on your booking confirmation.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property class

This property has received its official star rating from Visit Wales.

Property is also known as

Novotel Cardiff Centre
Novotel Hotel Cardiff Centre
Cardiff Novotel
Hotel Accor Cardiff Centre
Novotel Cardiff Centre Hotel Cardiff
Novotel Cardiff Centre Wales
Novotel Cardiff Centre Hotel
Novotel Cardiff Centre Hotel
Novotel Cardiff Centre Cardiff
Novotel Cardiff Centre Hotel Cardiff

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Novotel Cardiff Centre?

Novotel Cardiff Centre provides free cancellation on some room rates. For specific requirements, review the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Novotel Cardiff Centre?

As of Nov 9, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Novotel Cardiff Centre on Nov 29, 2026 start from $99, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What's there to do near Novotel Cardiff Centre?

This hotel is situated in Cardiff City Centre within a 10-minute walk of Cardiff Bay and Utilita Arena Cardiff. You'll also find Cardiff Castle and Principality Stadium within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Novotel Cardiff Centre?

Yes, secured parking is offered for GBP 24 per night. An electric car charging station is also available for guests.

Is a spa located at Novotel Cardiff Centre?

Novotel is the name of the hotel's full-service spa available for guests to enjoy.

Does Novotel Cardiff Centre have a casino?

No, Novotel Cardiff Centre doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Novotel Cardiff Centre?

Yes, this hotel has an indoor pool. Guests have pool access between 8:00 AM and 10:00 PM.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Novotel Cardiff Centre?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this hotel, including a restaurant, an indoor pool, and a full-service spa.

Does Novotel Cardiff Centre have a hot tub?

No, but guests can enjoy a steam room at this hotel.

Does Novotel Cardiff Centre have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Novotel Cardiff Centre serves buffet breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Elements.

Does Novotel Cardiff Centre allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at Novotel Cardiff Centre for a fee of GBP 15.00 per pet, per stay.

Does Novotel Cardiff Centre have connecting rooms available?

Yes, this hotel has connecting rooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

What is the closest airport to Novotel Cardiff Centre?

The closest major airport to Novotel Cardiff Centre is Cardiff International Airport (CWL), which is 12.4 mi away (42 minutes by car). Another top airport is Bristol International Airport (BRS), which is around 20.9 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Novotel Cardiff Centre?

No, there aren't any guestrooms at Novotel Cardiff Centre that offer a balcony.

Novotel Cardiff Centre Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 431 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 274 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 168 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 83 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 45 out of 1001 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I absolutely loved my stay will be booking again
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

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It was a great stay and I would definitely stay again next time I am in Cardiff
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great breakfast. Comfy bed.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly and helpful staff, lovely breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great for kids, friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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8/10 Good

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Lovely hotel, modern, great staff and facilities. Breakfast was lovely, everywhere super clean. Decent gym and pool. The rooms were perfectly nice but the bathrooms could do with a bit of modernising (maybe a retile to walls and floors?). Also great little kids area. Would thoroughly recommend (especially compared to the price and standard of a well known hotel in the city centre that some family members were staying at...)
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is really amazing, close to the city centre, clean and modern. I would come back again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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This was our 5th time staying here, the new play area is just fantastic. As always the staff are so helpful, the gym/pool is great and it's generally a great place to stay with a young family.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a great location, walkable halfway between town and the Bay. We stayed in the terrace suite on the 5th floor, which has a balcony area with views over Cardiff. Lovely pool and good selection at breakfast. Car parking was £16 for 24 hours. Would definitely stay here again
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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It was great. Kids loved the pool
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

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Food was decent in bar area
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

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Good room with aircon. Some of the staff were really helpful. Good breakfast. The cleaner were really great!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Really lovely welcome, hotel stay was great, would recommend
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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It was well located and very nice. We had a lovely time. The staff were super helpful and very friendly.
Stayed 13 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Enjoyed our stay!!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Located outside city centre so less noise and convenient to get to train station and local offices.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Good location
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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We had a fantastic stay at novatel cardiff bay. Staff were friendly, hotel was clean, amenities were fab, and the breakfast amazing! We will definitely be staying again soon, and highly recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great full English breakfast, very friendly and helpful staff. Had parking on site and right in the centre of the city centre. Amenities were great with pool and even a small play area for kids with slid. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Enjoyed our stay. Nice hotel, lovely friendly staff. Room size was good and beds were comfortable. The spa was lovely, clean and not busy. My only comment was that the room was quite warm and the climate system just didn't manage to cool it down.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Its a bit 15 to 20 minutes walk tk city Center and the Cardiff Bay. But locations was quiet and clean. Staff was great except the one bartender named Sayad. Very grumpy and rude to customers.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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It was suitable for our needs. It was close to the center. Excellent
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great room, location and facilities.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great
Stayed 1 night in May 2026